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Adopt Joy September

September 26 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

PetSmart Adopt Joy — Dog  Adoption Event in Newburgh, NY

📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 🕚 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 PetSmart, Newburgh, NY (Hudson Valley)

Happy Life Animal Rescue is bringing adoptable dogs and cats to PetSmart in Newburgh, NY for Adopt Joy, a dog  adoption event supporting Hudson Valley animal rescue. Meet a variety of adoptable dogs of all ages and sizes, all vaccinated and spayed/neutered, and ready to find their forever homes.

Our team will be at PetSmart from 11 AM to 3 PM to help match you with the right dog for your home, answer questions about the adoption process, and share how Happy Life Animal Rescue is working to find loving homes for dogs and cats across the Hudson Valley.

Event details:

  • What: PetSmart Adopt Joy (dog  adoption event)
  • When: Saturday, September 26, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Where: PetSmart, Newburgh, NY
  • Hosted by: Happy Life Animal Rescue, in partnership with PetSmart

Can’t make it to Newburgh? Visit happylifeanimalrescue.org to see all our adoptable dogs and cats and start your adoption journey today.

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Details

  • Date: September 26
  • Time:
    11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Venue

Can’t Make a Weekend Event?
Visit Us in Pawling.

Our adoption center is open Tuesday through Friday and most Sundays. Walk-ins are always welcome — no appointment needed. Come meet our animals any time during open hours.

🏠 550 Route 22, Pawling, NY 12564

Tuesday – Friday

12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Saturday

At adoption events

Monday

Closed

Sunday hours apply when no event is scheduled. Adoptions are first-come, first-served — an adoption counselor will assist you or add you to the waitlist.